2005 Nissan Hardbody vs. 2007 Ascari A10
To start off, 2007 Ascari A10 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Hardbody. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Hardbody would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 470 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 215 kg more than 2007 Ascari A10.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (209 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Hardbody | 2007 Ascari A10 | |
| Make | Nissan | Ascari |
| Model | Hardbody | A10 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 625 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1280 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2636 mm |
